• Ideally, the video should be 4 to 6 minutes long.
• The player must be clearly identified at the beginning of each play (using a circle, arrow, or highlight).
• It is recommended to record from an elevated and central position, allowing for the widest possible field of view—ideally the entire pool or at least half.
• Always continue recording until the play is completed, showing the full development of the action.
• Use a tripod or stable support to avoid shaky footage.
• Avoid excessive close-ups; the goal is to show game understanding and tactical decision-making.
• Avoid long introductions. College coaches receive many videos per week and often watch only the first minute before deciding whether to continue.
• If including an introduction, use a 5–7 second title screen with: name, position, team, country, and year of birth.
• Always start with your best actions, followed by complementary plays.
• Avoid clips that include complaints, negative behavior, or inappropriate background language.

What to Include by Position and Recommended Order

Goalkeeper

1. Key saves: 1v1 situations, penalty shots, long-range shots, reflex saves, double saves.
2. Positioning and anticipation: actions where you intercept passes or defend tight angles.
3. Blocking and reach: strong hands, extensions, rebound control.
4. Distribution and counterattack initiation: long passes, quick assists after saves, accuracy.
5. Communication and defensive leadership: organizing and directing teammates.
6. (Optional) Special plays or goals scored.

Emphasize reflexes, decision-making, and passing accuracy.

Defender (Center Back / Wing Defender)

1. Defensive actions: steals, interceptions, blocks, help defense.
2. Marking the center forward: physical control, clean steals, drawing offensive fouls.
3. Ball distribution from the back: accurate passes to wings or initiating counterattacks.
4. Goals or assists (if applicable, from most to least impressive).
5. Positioning and tactical awareness in defense and transition.

Show physical strength, positioning, and ability to start the attack.

Center Forward (Hole Set)

1. Goals from center position (from most to least impressive).
2. Fouls drawn and exclusions created.
3. Positioning movements (holding position, turning, creating space).
4. Assists under pressure.
5. Defensive contribution when needed.

Highlight strength, positioning technique, and ability to create scoring opportunities under pressure.

Driver / Wing

1. Goals (outside shots, counterattacks, finishes from tight angles).
2. Assists (passes to center, crosses, plays leading to goals).
3. 1v1 actions (fakes, quick movements, creating advantages).
4. Defensive transitions and recoveries.
5. Passing and ball movement.

Show speed, game awareness, and technical execution.

Point / Offensive Center Back

1. Goals (top-of-the-arc shots, power-play situations).
2. Assists (direct passes to center or wings).
3. Offensive organization (ball movement, switching sides, tempo control, decision-making).
4. Defensive actions and recoveries in advanced positions.
5. Quick or long-range shots.

Demonstrate vision, game control, and offensive leadership.

Counterattack and Transition Plays (All Positions)

1. Fast breaks and finishes.
2. Team plays showing tactical awareness and coordination.
3. Actions that reflect the player’s overall impact on the game.

Complete Games

Often, coaches want to watch at least one full game in addition to the highlight video in order to better assess your level over time.